An Introvert’s Guide to Visiting Amsterdam

If you are an introvert visiting Amsterdam and are slightly
worried about the state of your trip, you should know that is not enough reason
to actually stress out. Amsterdam is a great place for introverts to spend quality
time, and while it does have a reputation as a party city, certain lifestyles
are upheld here that encourage peaceful relaxation. Board that flight and come over
to enjoy gratifyingly quiet ambiances at the right spots in this city. Below
are a few places to visit if you a peace-seeker out to explore Amsterdam.

Accommodation

If you are looking for comparatively silent neighborhoods,
you certainly have to stay away from central Amsterdam. Instead, there are
several places to head to, such as Noord, West, and Oost. There are also
several dedicated arrangements for solo travelers. The Volkshotel in Oost is
one of the finer places to stay, and is a hub for the creative minded in the
city. Furthermore, Sir Adam in Noord is located along the northern banks of the
river IJ, and is a great place to stay during your Amsterdam private tours.

Museums, Landmarks, and
Other Attractions

It is better to skip the central Amsterdam region, because
that area will almost definitely be crowded. However, there are several other
places in the city that should pique your interest. Places like the Plantage
neighborhood, with the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, Hortus
Botanical Gardens, and Artis Zoo, are accessible from here. These places
generally do not attract big-sized crowds.

You can also take a peek into the Van Gogh Museum, the
Rijksmuseum, and the Stedelijk. By visiting on weekends, you can also avoid
large crowds and admire the works displayed at these places in solitude. There
are also several other lesser-known museums around Amsterdam which you can
explore.

Shopping And Coffee

Like most major cities in Europe, Amsterdam gets packed with
tourists during the weekends. Major shopping districts and coffee shops teem
with crowds at these times. Hence, it is sensible to explore these areas during
the weekdays.

Besides, there are several coffee shops in Amsterdam that
maintain their quiet ambiance and don’t bother customers after they have given their
orders. For great coffees, check out some of the many barista-run espresso bars
and roasters. Besides, there are also excellent bookstores such as The American
Book Center and Scheltema. These are silent getaways for book lovers, where you
can spend ample time by yourself without being disturbed.